The wooden bear carvings originated from bear figurines brought to Japan from Switzerland by the Owari Tokugawa family and have taken root in Yakumo, Hokkaido. This is the second edition of the bear carving catalog, featuring approximately 220 pieces, mainly from the "Yakumo Bear Carvings" collection of editor and Tokyo 903 Association representative Natsuki Ando. The BEAMS JAPAN special edition features a cover and bookmark string in the Special order 's signature orange color.
This book includes introductions and explanations of the works of eight leading bear carving artists from Yakumo, as well as texts that delve into the roots of Yakumo's wood-carved bears, along with information revealed through research conducted after the initial publication. It is a wonderful illustrated guide that allows you to thoroughly explore the charm and history of wood-carved bears with its rich content.